The Sunset Cocktail

I know it is only mid week however this weekend the forecast is predicting a warm one, so a cocktail maybe in order. This tipple was one that my husband and I created over the weekend; The Sunset is a working title. This cloudy coral shot of Vitamin C reminded me of a lovely Canadian sunset, a beacon blazing and stretching across the evening sky. 

The Sunset Cocktail

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the juice of 1 orange, freshly squeezed and strained

the juice of 2 lemons, freshly squeezed and strained

4 ounces of gin

a glug of simple syrup

a dash of Angostura Bitters 

10 ml of Rose's Cranberry Twist Mix

Place all ingredient into a cocktail shaker with a few ice cubes. Shake and pour into a martini glass. Serve and enjoy!

Hope everyone is having a good week. It has been a busy Spring Break for us so far. - JD 

Cassis and Soda

Unseasonably warm weather, again. Which are making the days quite enjoyable. Spring is almost here and this tipple is a modest reminder of such. Slight Pimms-ish, minus the fruit, although a garnish of fruit would dress it up proper. What I love about this beverage, besides the taste, is the gorgeous colour. The photo does do it some justice; it is a dark inky plum with undertones of amber. Sounds autumnal although the taste is fruity. Another simple refreshment. 

Cassis and Soda

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about 2 ounces of Creme de Cassis

chilled Club Soda

Pour the Cassis into an old fashion or a high ball glass and then fill the glass half way or full, depends on your flavour strengths, with club soda. Garnish with slices of oranges.

Notes: This beverage is similar to a Cassisco except with that cocktail you add about 1 and 1/2 ounces of Triple Sec. Filling the glass to the brim with chilled Club Soda, doing some slightly fancy stirring and is served with ice cubes.      

Have a good weekend everyone! - JD